RN Team Lead - No Nights, Weekends, or Holidays

About the position

The purpose of this position is to perform individualized, goal directed nursing care through use of the nursing process and the principles of team nursing in accordance with Pain Physicians of Wisconsin, S.C. (PPW) policies and procedures. This position will also assess patient health problems and needs, develop, and implement care plans, and maintain medical records and administer nursing care to adult patients in the Perioperative areas of the Ambulatory Surgery Center.

Responsibilities

• Provides skilled nursing care under the direction of the RN Charge nurse or RN Manager.
• Consults and coordinates with health care team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans, using specialized clinical and surgical equipment.
• Observes and documents patients' clinical and educational needs to complete the nursing assessment and provide care.
• Actively performs surveillance for Infection Control risks in the ASC, monitors hand hygiene compliance.
• Actively participates in Universal Protocol/ surgical Time out process by leading actively listening and responding regarding the confirmation of correct patient, using two patient identifiers, correct procedure, side/site, etc.
• Maintains a focus on patient safety, protects the privacy and preserves the dignity of the patient.
• Effectively communicates with all Physicians and staff members.
• Accurately monitors, records and reports on patients' clinical information and vital signs.
• Educates individuals, families, and other groups on topics such as health concerns, pre-operative, intra-operative and post-operative care needs.
• Assists pre/post procedure by preparing patient for procedure; correctly identifying patient, procedure to be performed, and procedure site.
• Performs chart review on daily basis to ensure completeness and accuracy of documentation in the medical record.
• Participates in team peer review process, reviewing nursing documentation by other clinical staff and providing feedback according to organizational process.
• Helps support corporate Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement initiatives as a member of the ASC Team.
• In the OR: Supervises and directs patient care in a single operating room.
• C-Arm: Completes and maintains appropriate radiation training and competencies.
• Triage: Effectively communicates with physician regarding patient health care needs.
• Preceptor: Effectively communicates with other employees by teaching and directing them as to the responsibilities of the job.

Requirements

• Successful completion of an accredited Registered Nursing program evidenced by holding current and unrestricted RN license.
• At least five years of related experience preferred.
• Strong organizational, judgment, communication, and analytical skills; sometimes under pressure.
• Ability to multi-task and perform multiple priorities.
• Professional, pleasant, and caring behavior toward patients, peers, providers, organizational leadership, and visitors.
• Able to use, demonstrate and model critical thinking skills.
• Ability to independently make decisions and solve problems.
• Evidence of leadership qualities in the team.

Nice-to-haves

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Benefits

• BLS certified or obtain certification within three months of hire.
• ACLS certified or obtain certification within the first year of hire.